Fluidotherapy: What is it? A therapeutic technique used in physical therapy and rehabilitation settings is fluidotherapy. To create a fluid-like medium, cellulose particles (such as finely crushed maize husks) are coupled with a dry thermal airflow produced by a specifically constructed machine. For treatment, patients put their affected body parts—such as their hands, feet, or limbs—into…
Spinal Decompression: What Is It? Spinal decompression therapy is used to relieve pressure on the spinal discs and nerves. It involves gently stretching the spine, which creates negative pressure within the discs, allowing bulging or herniated discs to retract and promoting the flow of oxygen, water, and nutrient-rich fluids into the discs. This process can…
The fundamentals of stimulation with cranial electrotherapy: A specific waveform, frequency, and amplitude are applied to patients through a non-invasive transcranial pulsed-current stimulation, or CES. Included with CES goods are an electrical set and an instructions box. While electrode placement varies, FDA-approved devices—which are available for viewing on the FDA website—have identified certain electrode configurations….
What is a Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT)? Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT), also known as cold laser therapy or photobiomodulation, is a therapeutic technique that employs low-power lasers or light-emitting diodes (LEDs) to treat various conditions. LLLT’s (low-level laser treatment) objectives are to decrease inflammation and speed healing by applying low-level lasers to the layers of…
What is a CPM Machine? A Continuous Passive Movement (CPM) Machine is a motorized apparatus that passively moves a joint through a predefined range of motion. An electrically powered device that automatically progresses a particular joint by using a predetermined range of motion is referred to as a continuous passive movement, or CPM, machine. With…
Contrast bath therapy: what is it? In contrast bath therapy, the entire extremity or body part is submerged in ice water for a few minutes after being submerged in hot water for physical therapy purposes. Then, this procedure of switching between hot and cold is carried out repeatedly. The circulation around the damaged tissue may…
Phonophoresis: What Is It? Topical medication and ultrasound are combined in a physical therapy method known as phonophoresis. A drug applied topically is referred to as a topical treatment. The medicine is then absorbed by your skin into the tissues underneath with the aid of ultrasound waves. Pain and inflammation in your joints, ligaments, and…
What is ECT? Electroconvulsive treatment (ECT) is a method used to treat severe symptoms of some mental health issues. To induce of detailed seizure, an electric current is applied to the brain. ECT is performed under general anesthesia, ensuring the patient is not conscious during the procedure. What can ECT treat? Physicians are advised by the National Institute…
A Combination of Therapy: What is It? Combination therapy often entails using electrical stimulation therapy and ultrasound (US) at the same time. While diadynamic currents are widely used in Europe, bipolar interferential current therapy (IFC) is most commonly used in conjunction with the US in the UK. The high-frequency modality known as therapeutic ultrasound has…
What is Traction on the Ankle? The term “ankle traction” describes a group of techniques used to stretch fractured bones while immobilizing them or to release pressure from the skeletal system while providing rest for the aim of healing. They are employed in the prevention or correction of aberrant leg deformities, as well as the…
